House Passes ‘In God We Trust’ Measure

The House passed a resolution reaffirming that the nation’s motto remains “In God We Trust” on a 396-9 vote today.

The resolution does not change existing law. Instead, it expresses the sense of the House that the motto remains the same and should be displayed in public places.

“In God We Trust” has been the nation’s motto since 1957. Rep. Randy Forbes (R-Va.), who sponsored the bill, said it was needed “to firmly declare our trust in God, believing that it will sustain us for generations to come.”

Although the resolution does not create any binding law, its consideration cost more than $215,000 in Members’ salaries and floor operation costs, and Democrats ridiculed the decision to bring up the measure.

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March 13, 2015

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Rep. Elijah Cummings, D-Md., right, hugs Harold Schaitberger, General President of the International Association of Fire Fighters, after the Congressman spoke at the IAFF's Legislative Conference General Session at the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill, March 9, 2015. The day featured addresses by members of Congress and Vice President Joe Biden.